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Explosion destroys taxi, A propane-powered Beck Taxi cab blew up on Queen St
Explosion destroys taxi, A propane-powered Beck Taxi cab blew up on Queen St

Explosion destroys taxi, A propane-powered Beck Taxi cab blew up on Queen St

Date12/11/1984
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Original Toronto Star caption: Explosion destroys taxi; A propane-powered Beck Taxi cab blew up on Queen St. W. yesterday after the 48-year-old driver stopped to light a cigarette.
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GeographyCity, town, townshipToronto
GeographyProvince stateOntario
GeographyCountryCanada
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
Usage Rights Copyright (Learn More)
Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Object NumberTSPA_0006261F
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